By Luckson Mwale Zambia boasts an impressive array of conservation areas, including 20 National Parks and 36 Game Management Areas, covering 165,700 km2 (30%) of its land surface. The real wild acts as buffer zones between protected and developed regions, reflecting Zambia’s commitment to conserving its natural heritage. Among these treasures lies Nsumbu National Park, strategically located on the shores of Lake Tanganyika the largest water body within a national park and home to the highest number of fish species in Zambia. Nsumbu National Park spans an impressive 2,026 square kilometres, including over 100 square kilometres of protected waters within Lake Tanganyika. The park’s diverse ecosystem features aquatic and terrestrial wildlife, offering a unique blend of natural wonders. As part of the larger Nsumbu-Mweru landscape, the park supports the region’s highest wildlife numbers and has the potential to act as a source population for recovering other protected areas. The park is home to the largest […]
Preserving Zambia’s Natural Heritage, Nsumbu Tanganyika Conservation Program
